Reference: Almond, Almond Tree
Morish
The tree and its fruit are represented by the same word. It is derived from a root signifying 'to hasten,' which is appropriate, seeing it is the first tree to break out into blossom, as a forerunner of spring. The meaning is confirmed by Jer 1:11-12 where the prophet saw an almond tree, and Jehovah said, "Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it." The bowls of the golden candlestick were to be made like almonds. Ex 25:33-34; 37:19-20. Aaron's rod budded, blossomed, and yielded almonds in one night, Nu 17:8: beautiful type of the coming of the Lord Jesus out of His grave perfect for His priestly functions. In Ec 12:5, when everything seems to be decaying instead of 'the almond tree shall flourish,' it may be translated 'the almond tree shall be despised;' others say, 'cause loathing;' others prefer to compare the almond tree to the white head of an old man hastening to the grave.